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UMGC Named an Opportunity College and University by the Carnegie Classifications

News

April 24, 2025

A new Student Access and Earnings Classification recognizes institutions that foster opportunities for student success.

Bob Ludwig

Fins and Snorkeling Masks: UMGC Experiential Learning Goes Offshore 

News UMGC Asia

April 22, 2025

In Prof. Gyongyi Plucer-Rosario’s marine biology class in Guam, students might study the plankton in the southern waters near the island’s U.S. Navy base or they may head to a coral reef to examine seagrasses or fleshy algae.

Decoding Disinformation: Jason Pittman on AI, Intent and the Battle for Truth

News

April 16, 2025

UMGC professor is serving as a Fulbright Scholar at the Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML) at the University of Adelaide and is researching the potential use of open-source large language models in the unwitting generation of disinformation.

UMGC Announces Global Graduation Ceremonies, Projects Record-Breaking Degree and Certificate Conferrals 

News

April 10, 2025

Commencements in Tokyo, Okinawa, Korea, Guam, Germany and Maryland Highlight the University’s Global Footprint and History of Educating U.S. Military Servicemembers Abroad.

Bob Ludwig

UMGC Broadens Its Global Footprint through Bridge Program in Asia

News UMGC Asia

April 08, 2025

The immersion program exposes Japanese students to U.S. culture and the English language proficiency they need to pursue degrees at U.S. universities or to embark on international careers.

UMGC Partners with HRCI to Enhance Career Opportunities and HR Knowledge for Students and Faculty

News

April 02, 2025

Under their agreement, UMGC students, faculty and staff will receive discounts on HCRI’s highly regarded certification exams and comprehensive learning programs.

Crime Buster: UMGC Alum Manages High-Stakes Coupon Fraud Watchdog 

News

March 27, 2025

Bud Miller is no stranger to police dramas and has helped law enforcement stop one of the biggest coupon frauds on record, a $31 million scheme that ran for three years from a home in Virginia.

UMGC Advances to the Final Four of Inaugural Hack the Madness Competition

News

March 26, 2025

UMGC was victorious against local rival Bowie State University in the Elite Eight round on March 15 and will face University of Central Florida in the Final Four on April 5.

UMGC Grad Taps New MBA Skills to Elevate His Career in the Health Care Industry

News

March 25, 2025

Diaz has built a career at Children’s National Hospital, supervising and implementing language, patient and guest services. With a new master’s degree in business administration from UMGC under his belt, he is ramping up his professional goals.

UMGC Recognized for Its Leadership in Military Education

News

March 24, 2025

The Institution Award recognizes UMGC’s long history of educating military personnel around the world.

Bob Ludwig

Institute of Management Accountants  Endorses UMGC Accounting Program

News

March 20, 2025

The university's undergraduate accounting program meets the highest standard in accounting education and the IMA stamp of approval enables UMGC students to pursue and earn the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.

Exhibition Celebrates the Figurative Works of Master Painter Joseph Sheppard

News Arts

March 18, 2025

Scenes of Figurative Narration explores the work of the Baltimore native and internationally renowned painter and sculptor. The exhibition at t ��’s Leroy Merritt Center for the Art of Joseph Sheppard runs until Nov. 9, 2025.

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